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Our Business Is Treats. Our Mission Is Happiness.

For over four decades, we’ve been serving up happiness in every scoop. And today, we’re giving entrepreneurs like you the chance to own that experience in your community.

Our Business Is Treats. Our Mission Is Happiness.

We believe in growing together. Our franchise model blends time-tested recipes, dedicated support, and an expanding menu of treats that keep customers coming back for more.

A Family Recipe Turned Iconic Brand

Fresh-made Italian Ice, delicious Frozen Custard, and combos like the Gelati that guests obsess over.

600+ Locations & Growing

What started as a single Philly storefront is now a coast-to-coast brand with national recognition. And we’re not slowing down. We’re expanding with franchise partners who love the brand, believe in the product, and want to grow something meaningful in their market.

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What You Get
When You Join Rita’s

Comprehensive Training

Comprehensive Training

From your first scoop to your grand opening, our team is here to support you every step of the way.

Marketing That Moves the Needle

Marketing That Moves the Needle

National promotions, local marketing toolkits, and beloved seasonal LTOs keep traffic flowing.

A Brand That Builds Loyalty

A Brand That Builds Loyalty

Rita’s isn’t a trend. It’s a tradition. Some guests have been visiting the same shop since they were kids.

Cost of Goods Sold

Cost of Goods Sold

Average Cost of Goods sold 17.3% NOTE: See our *FDD dated January 30, 2026, for more information.

Drive-Thrus

Drive-Thrus

Drive Thru shops do 39.4% better than standard Rita’s Shops NOTE: See our *FDD dated January 30, 2026, for more information.
I found the process to be, in general, very organized. One of the big selling points is that we were not left on our own to figure it out.

Terrain & Toya Davis

Washington D.C.
The support from Rita’s has been amazing, from the beginning.

Angela Brock & Charnita Brock Walker

Washington D.C.
The [franchisee support] service at Rita’s is second to none. I’ve been in the business a long time and I haven’t had the support I’ve had with Rita’s.

Jim Myers

Cleveland, OH
Delivery has increased our sales. It’s growing. Each week, it’s getting busier. It’s starting to catch on.

Jennifer & Jason Gibson

Naples, FL
It’s a great franchise owner/franchisee relationship in that, we can do our own thing, but we get a ton of guidance. It’s all there for the asking.

Steven & Susan Wilkos

Carmel IN, Fishers IN, Bloomington IN
The product has hands down no competition. [At Rita’s] you’re selling customer service and you’re selling smiles and happiness.

Matt & Stephanie Simmons

Lemoyne, PA & Mechanicsburg, PA
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